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Scarlett Undone
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Expected 12 May 26A riveting book club novel of secrets, redemption, and unexpected connection. Perfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid, Kristin Hannah, and Jojo Moyes.
Her father died in prison. She’s hidden her identity for most of her life. Until now.
Scarlett vowed she’d never step foot in Brackson prison again. Yet here she is, back in her hometown, dragging disgruntled dogs into the hell her father once called home.
The Pups in Prison rehabilitation program is her uncle’s passion, but his recent heart attack means he’s laid up and she’s filling in. She’s surrounded by inked necks and barbed wire…and awful memories she can’t shake. She knows she’s the reason her marriage is falling apart. She’s been running from that knowledge like she runs from the surname that links her to her father’s crimes.
She didn’t expect to find solace in an unexpected prisoner.
Emery is intense yet kind. Strangely intuitive. She shouldn’t look forward to their dog-training sessions, even if this alluring inmate shines a light on parts of herself she thought she hated.
But when she discovers why he was incarcerated and violence hits too close to home, Scarlett’s forced to face that forgiveness is more than spoken words and that coming undone is the first step to stitching yourself back together.
Her father died in prison. She’s hidden her identity for most of her life. Until now.
Scarlett vowed she’d never step foot in Brackson prison again. Yet here she is, back in her hometown, dragging disgruntled dogs into the hell her father once called home.
The Pups in Prison rehabilitation program is her uncle’s passion, but his recent heart attack means he’s laid up and she’s filling in. She’s surrounded by inked necks and barbed wire…and awful memories she can’t shake. She knows she’s the reason her marriage is falling apart. She’s been running from that knowledge like she runs from the surname that links her to her father’s crimes.
She didn’t expect to find solace in an unexpected prisoner.
Emery is intense yet kind. Strangely intuitive. She shouldn’t look forward to their dog-training sessions, even if this alluring inmate shines a light on parts of herself she thought she hated.
But when she discovers why he was incarcerated and violence hits too close to home, Scarlett’s forced to face that forgiveness is more than spoken words and that coming undone is the first step to stitching yourself back together.
342 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication May 12, 2026
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March 13, 2026
An emotional, powerful and beautiful story about a woman learning to accept her heritage, past and now future with her newfound identity and family, birthed and found.
I loved watching Scarlette come into herself after loosing her life as a married woman to finding her new life with lost family and new friends. She truly grew into an amazing woman, friend and niece.
I also loved seeing Emery grow too and learn to live with his past mistakes and make a better life for himself.
I loved watching Scarlette come into herself after loosing her life as a married woman to finding her new life with lost family and new friends. She truly grew into an amazing woman, friend and niece.
I also loved seeing Emery grow too and learn to live with his past mistakes and make a better life for himself.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Scarlett vowed she’d never step foot in Brackson prison again. Yet here she is, back in her hometown dragging disgruntled dongs into the hell her father once called home.
I really enjoyed this book.
Scarlett Undone offers a quiet yet powerful exploration of identity and belonging. Through the journey of a woman reconnecting with her Jewish heritage, the story delicately explores how history shapes not only who we are, but who we allow ourselves to become. Scarlett’s emotional struggle feels deeply authentic, capturing both the weight of inherited trauma and the beauty of rediscovery not only through reconnecting with her past but also in a new connection with an unlikely person, Emery, a Brackson prison inmate.
I found the writing quite seamless, and although the topics are heavy, it’s done with such a deft hand, whereby it was an easy read. I really enjoyed learning more about Jewish culture and the book had themes that were deeply relatable.
In Scarlett Undone, Gold explores what actions are forgivable, which ones shape us, and whether the link between the two can be undone. Ultimately, it’s a moving reflection on acceptance—of culture, of family, and of self.
I really enjoyed this book.
Scarlett Undone offers a quiet yet powerful exploration of identity and belonging. Through the journey of a woman reconnecting with her Jewish heritage, the story delicately explores how history shapes not only who we are, but who we allow ourselves to become. Scarlett’s emotional struggle feels deeply authentic, capturing both the weight of inherited trauma and the beauty of rediscovery not only through reconnecting with her past but also in a new connection with an unlikely person, Emery, a Brackson prison inmate.
I found the writing quite seamless, and although the topics are heavy, it’s done with such a deft hand, whereby it was an easy read. I really enjoyed learning more about Jewish culture and the book had themes that were deeply relatable.
In Scarlett Undone, Gold explores what actions are forgivable, which ones shape us, and whether the link between the two can be undone. Ultimately, it’s a moving reflection on acceptance—of culture, of family, and of self.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The emotional depth displayed in these pages is staggering. It captures the resilience of the human spirit and its capacity to love; then it hits the other end of the spectrum relating the ability of human nature to devolve into cruelty and hate. Scarlett’s journey to come to terms with past trauma and mistakes made in its wake is beautiful and sometimes painful with raw emotion tempered by humor and compassion. When Scarlett was undone, the love of friends and family along with canine companionships helped her to put the flawed, yet beautiful, pieces back together with threads of acceptance. Her journey is one we can all learn from.
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
What a beautifully written new story from one of my favorite authors. There's so much angst and struggle with life and how one decides to move forward and learn and grow. Some decisions are not the norm, but when you are in survival mode sometimes all you can do is put one foot in front of the other to live another day.
Review of advance copy received from Author
What a beautiful story of a woman losing so much to finally find her true self. This book grabs you and won’t let go. Watching Scarlett find herself, mend relationships and begin new ones makes you believe in the power of being honest with yourself. This is an absolute must read!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Absolute perfection. Full RTC.
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